As a dedicated professional in the field of broadcast operations, I bring a comprehensive skill set and a commitment to excellence in media production.
My career is marked by a deep-seated passion for leveraging technology to ensure flawless broadcast quality and seamless content delivery. My love for the industry goes beyond the technical; it's about the people and the stories we bring to life. I take pride in collaborating closely with newscasters and production teams, providing them with the technical support and innovative solutions needed to convey their content compellingly and without interruption.
My goal is to enhance the viewing experience, making it as engaging and informative as possible for the audience.
WTVF - NewsChannel 5 Network, Nov 2021 - Present
Engaged in daily troubleshooting, system upgrades, and first-level IT support. Specialized in maintaining Avid servers, SpectraLogic archive, and coordinating live shots, ensuring optimal broadcast quality.
WZTV, April 2018 - Nov 2021
Managed system installations, upgrades, and maintenance for 3 main channels and 7 subchannels, ensuring seamless production operations. Provided day-to-day troubleshooting of air chain issues, deployed end-user machines and Avid editors, and delivered first-level IT support. Coordinated live shots, operated LiveU Central and Matrix, and maintained overall Avid server health.
WZTV, May 2015 - Mar 2018
Maintained playlists for FOX, MyNet, and CW channels using Fastbreak 8000. Monitored on-air quality across nine channels, ran the switcher for live broadcasts, and managed satellite feeds, show ingestion, and file management.
WBKO, Aug 2014 - May 2015
Skilled in coding and directing evening newscasts and emergency weather cut-ins using iNEWS and Ross Overdrive, while managing playlists for FOX, ABC, and CW on a Harris automated system. Experienced in gathering satellite feeds and transferring shows via Pathfire and PitchBlue services.
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), 2010 - 2014
Focused on media studies and communication, developing a solid foundation in media production and analysis through both practical and theoretical knowledge.
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